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Liberal Arts and Sciences at Bay Path University

Longmeadow, MA · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's Degree · Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case)

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $41,141/yr (11% vs median)

AI Risk Low (0% exposed)

Job Market Medium (13,500 openings/yr)

ROI 3.2x earnings multiple

Ranked #322 of 424 Liberal Arts and Sciences programs

How AI Changes the Outlook

Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Liberal Arts and Sciences graduates.

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$469K	$469K	$445K
Earnings Multiple	3.2x	3.2x	3.0x
Probability of Field Employment	45%	45%	45%
DegreeOutlook Score	26	26	29

10-Year Earnings Projection

*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.

4-Year Tuition (Sticker)

$148,908

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$58,360

61% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$27,000

7.9 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$43,713

6% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

Bay Path University's Liberal Arts and Sciences graduates start at $41,141/yr — above the $37,172 national average, though not by a wide margin.

The 3.2x return on tuition is positive but not overwhelming. Financial outcomes depend on keeping costs close to in-state rates.

With only 0% of typical job tasks exposed to AI, the scenario spread is tight at 5%. Career paths for Liberal Arts and Sciences are among the more automation-resistant we measure.

The $27,000 debt-to-$41,141 income ratio translates to about 8 months of earnings. Standard loan terms should handle this comfortably.

At #322 out of 424 programs, Bay Path University's financial outcomes for Liberal Arts and Sciences trail the majority of peers. The value case depends on other factors.

Earnings growth is modest: $41,141 to $43,713 over five years (6% gain). This field may have a lower salary ceiling than high-growth professions.

About Bay Path University

A 74% acceptance rate means Bay Path University is accessible to most applicants, a compact campus enrolling 1,186 students in Longmeadow, MA. With 66% of students on Pell Grants, the campus draws from a broad economic spectrum. Financial aid reduces the effective four-year cost to $58,360 — 61% less than the list price.

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Top Career Paths

Postsecondary teachers, all other $78,490/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Bay Path University's Liberal Arts and Sciences program score?

This program scores 26/100 — on the lower end for Liberal Arts and Sciences. Prospective students should carefully weigh costs against likely earnings.

How affordable is Liberal Arts and Sciences at Bay Path University after financial aid?

Sticker price is $148,908, but the average net cost is $58,360 — a 61% discount. For students who qualify for aid, this program is considerably more affordable than it appears.

Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research. See full methodology →